Fungal Disease Awareness Week 2026: California Spotlight on Rising Fungal Threats and Infection Control

LA Testing offers laboratory services, sampling supplies, and indoor environmental quality resources to help identify fungi and other microbial contaminants.

Huntington Beach, CA — September 4, 2026   Fungal Disease Awareness Week (FDAW) takes place September 14th through 18th, marking its 10th anniversary. Promoted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and its partners, FDAW highlights the importance of recognizing, diagnosing, treating, and preventing fungal diseases.   According to the CDC, fungal diseases are increasing worldwide as more fungi develop resistance to antifungal medications. Infections range from common conditions to life-threatening.......[Read More] [All News]

Latex Allergy and California Resources to Identify Exposure Risks on the Job and in the Built Environment

LA Testing provides industrial hygiene, indoor environmental quality, and product testing services and sampling supplies to help identify and mitigate exposure to latex and other common allergens.

Huntington Beach, California, September 11, 2026 Latex allergy, an ongoing occupational and environmental health concern, is caused by proteins found in natural rubber latex derived from the rubber tree (Hevea brasiliensis). While latex remains common in many consumer and industrial products, increased awareness and regulation, especially in California, are changing how exposure risks are managed in workplaces and public settings.   In California, where worker safety and public health protections often lead the nation,.......[Read More] [All News]

Helping California Prepare for Emergencies During National Preparedness Month

LA Testing supports California communities and organizations with environmental, health, and safety testing and monitoring solutions for emergency readiness and disaster response.

Huntington Beach, California, September 9, 2026 September marks National Preparedness Month (NPM), a nationwide initiative led by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to encourage individuals, organizations, and businesses to prepare for emergencies before they happen. In California, where communities face ongoing risks from wildfires, earthquakes, flooding, severe storms, and public health threats, preparedness remains a critical priority.   From natural disasters and infrastructure disruptions to hazardous.......[Read More] [All News]

Asbestos Testing Services in Pasadena, California

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Asbestos Testing Services in Pasadena, California LA Testing provides professional asbestos testing services in Pasadena, CA for environmental consultants, asbestos inspectors, contractors, property managers, restoration companies, industrial hygienists, government agencies, homeowners and other professionals requiring reliable laboratory analysis. Asbestos may be present in many older building materials, including flooring, insulation, roofing products, ceiling materials, wall systems, mastics and other construction products. Laboratory.......[Read More] [All News]

Renovation & Remodeling Projects in California: Identifying Lead Exposure Risks

LA Testing provides laboratory testing services, sampling supplies, test kits, building inspection tools, and air monitoring instruments to detect lead, asbestos, mold, and other indoor environmental quality issues.

Huntington Beach, California, September 4, 2026 Lead-based paint was banned for residential use in 1978, yet many older homes still contain it, posing exposure risks to occupants and those involved in renovation or remodeling work. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that approximately 34 million U.S. homes contain lead-based paint. In California alone, nearly 8 million homes that were built before 1978 may still have these materials. Lead-based paint remains a leading source of exposure and poisoning. As it.......[Read More] [All News]

Respiratory Protection Day Highlights Worker Safety Across California

LA Testing offers air testing laboratory services, sampling supplies, respirators, and other PPE to help California employers identify and reduce workplace exposure hazards.

Huntington Beach, California, September 1, 2026 As California organizations recognize Respiratory Protection Day on September 1, employers and safety professionals are being reminded of the critical need for comprehensive workplace respiratory protection programs. Across construction, manufacturing, healthcare, public safety, and environmental remediation, California workers may encounter airborne contaminants, including dusts, chemical fumes, gases, vapors, and biological agents. Established by the National Institute for.......[Read More] [All News]

Undeclared Peanut Risk Triggers Recall of Sesame Noodle Product by California-Based Company

LA Testing highlights how food allergen testing and quality assurance programs can help manufacturers avoid costly recalls and protect consumers.

Huntington Beach, California, August 27, 2026 A food company recently announced a voluntary recall of a sesame noodle product after discovering the potential for cross-contact with peanuts, according to a safety alert issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Because peanuts were not declared on the label, the product could pose a serious health risk to people with peanut allergies. Undeclared allergens remain one of the leading causes of FDA food recalls in the United States. Even trace amounts of peanuts can trigger.......[Read More] [All News]

Powdered Beverage Recall Highlights Critical Need for Food Safety Testing

LA Testing urges food manufacturers to strengthen testing of raw materials, production environments, and finished products to protect consumers and brand reputation.

Huntington Beach, California, August 25, 2026 A recent nationwide recall announced by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration involving a California-based company’s powdered beverage mixes underscores the ongoing challenges facing food manufacturers in ensuring product safety. The recall was initiated due to the potential presence of Salmonella, a harmful pathogen that can cause serious and sometimes life-threatening illness, particularly in vulnerable populations. According to federal officials, the affected products,.......[Read More] [All News]